Top Eastern China Gondola Cruises

Save time without compromising on experience on this door-to-door private guided tour that covers Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and key Shanghai highlights. First, explore the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao by boat and foot, and savor a local lunch. Then, spend the afternoon discovering Shanghai: the 16th-century Yu Garden, the Bund, and the Shanghai Tower. Upgrade to include a Shanghai dinner.

Say goodbye to language hassles and hello to two of southern China’s most beautiful ancient water towns on this door-to-door private full-day trip from Shanghai. Spend the day in 1,300-year-old Wuzhen: stroll cobbled paths and ancient bridges, enjoy a leisurely cruise, and feast on a local lunch. Then transfer to historic Xitang for a spectacular sunset, a riverside dinner, and a walk through timeless streets by moonlight.

Explore Zhujiajiao with a private guide on this tour from Shanghai. With your dedicated guide, take a boat ride down the town's small canals and visit the KeZhi Garden. This private tour ensures personalized attention and a flexible schedule.

The winding canals, historical buildings, and classic gardens of Suzhou earned the city its nickname as the "Venice of the East." Tour Suzhou's must-see sites and hidden enclaves from Shanghai on this private full-day tour, which includes transportation on a bullet train (or opt for private car and driver,) a customizable itinerary, and optional upgrades to include lunch and entrance fees.

See some of the beauty Zhujiajiao has to offer with this 8-hour tour of the water town, and then end your night watching an acrobat show in Shanghai. Wander along the canal in Zhujiajiao, and take in beautiful views of the garden homes and scenery before going on a boat ride. Then see acrobats perform dances and martial arts moves in this fun show.

Explore the water town of Zhujiajiao and Shanghai highlights on this private 8-hour tour. Travel to Zhujiajiao, an ancient town of canals and Ming- and Qing-dynasty buildings, and enjoy a gondola ride. After a classic Shanghai lunch or dinner (optional), experience your favorite city attractions or activities based on your time frame, such as The Bund, Yu Garden Bazaar, Jade Buddha Temple, Huangpu river cruise and etc.. Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Shanghai included.

Shanghai may be large, but even this massive metropolis has its green patches. Spend part of the day picking fresh fruit in Zhaotun Village, known as the "hometown of the strawberry," on this private 6-hour tour from Shanghai, and then tour the famous Zhujiajiao Water Village. This tour also includes an organic lunch at a farmer's home and can be customized to suit your interests. In addition, boat ride and local lunch at a local farmer’s home are also inclusive.

Visit the Tongli and Xitang water towns during this full-day private tour from Shanghai. Explore the old alleyways, buildings, cobblestoned streets, and canals in each town. Enjoy a wooden boat ride down one of the canals and sit down to a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. End the tour with a walk along the canals just as night falls and the lights come on and twinkle across the water.

One of China’s favorite water towns, Fengjing lies just an hour’s drive from downtown Shanghai. Choose whether to enjoy it as a day trip or a layover tour. Your private guide will escort you every step of the way: on a boat trip, as you stroll through scenic lanes, and, of course, for lunch at a riverside restaurant. If time permits, shop for folk art at a farmers’ gallery.

Head to the town of Zhaojialou just outside Shanghai’s city center and explore a real Chinese water village on this half-day private tour. Discover the origins of Shanghai agriculture and learn about the history and culture of this ancient town. Sit down to a delicious lunch or early dinner and take a relaxing boat ride along the canals to get a different perspective of the town.

Explore the Zhujiajiao Water Village with a dedicated guide on this full-day tour from Shanghai. Stroll through the scenic town, across bridges and between historic houses, stopping at the local wet market or opting for a gondola ride. Visit a local farmer's home for a lunch of organic, locally sourced produce. As you travel, listen to enlightening commentary from your private guide on the rural region's history and culture.

Experience Shanghai’s landmarks and the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao on this all-day excursion. After a convenient cruise port pickup, explore Zhujiajiao’s twisty alleys and historic landmarks with an informative local guide. Enjoy a delicious, authentic lunch and marvel at the region’s picturesque scenery during a canal boat ride. Return to Shanghai and visit popular attractions like Old Town, Jade Buddha Temple, and The Bund.

Explore the towns of Fengjing and Xitang on this all-day private tour from Shanghai. First, wander the streets of Fengjing before taking a relaxing boat ride. Following that, head to the town of Xitang where you’ll enjoy dinner at a riverside restaurant. Plus, taste the local rice wine and beer during your night out.

Visit the city of Suzhou on a 10-hour tour from Shanghai by high-speed train. With a private guide, you'll discover the beauty of Suzhou, known for its gardens that together form a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit Lion Grove Garden (or Lion Forest Garden) and Humble Administrator's Garden, and take a boat ride through Pingjiang. Train ticket, transfers in Suzhou, and lunch are included.

Feel the Mountain Papa in his real sense in the local cultural perspective. You are the protagonist instead of a traveler in this journey. You and your guide will know and communicate each other before the trip. Inform us if you are more interested in off the beaten track or untraversed high mountain villages and minority residence.

Hit Shanghai’s most impressive sights in a single, action-packed excursion during this full-day trip—perfect for first-timers. Explore both traditional and modern sides to the fast-paced city during a gondola ride over the centuries-old waterways of Zhujiajiao. You’ll also be treated to sky-high city views from a 100th story tower, and enjoy a scenic walk along colonial-era houses in the cutting-edge Bund district.

Spend the day away from the hustle and bustle of Shanghai and visit the traditional water village of Tongli. Discover the countryside of China and learn about the culture of the southern Yangtze River regions as you enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the canals. Sit down to a delicious and authentic lunch at a local establishment and enjoy a tea tasting along riverside before heading back to the city.

If you are an art lover and have great interests in Chinese antiques, this private day trip fits you well. Discovery the architecture beauty of Nanxun Water Village, a famous historic and cultural town located in Huzhou, Zhejiang Province. Moreover, visit Six Arts Museum in Lili Ancient Water Village, the most astonishing Ancient Folk Arts Museum in China, where you will find the remarkable stone carvings, awesome rustic antique artworks. In addition, a tasty local lunch and relaxing boat ride are all inclusive.

Depart from Shanghai city in the afternoon to discover 2 beautiful water villages of Xitang (in Zhejiang province) and Liantang (Qingpu district). Enjoy the sightseeing of both attractions from day to night. Appropriate the tranquility in Liantang during the day, and relish the sunset and moonlight in Xitang. A tasty local dinner and boat ride are all inclusive. 

Explore the many sides of Shanghai on this full-day private tour that includes a trip to Zhujiajiao, an ancient water town on the outskirts of the city. In Shanghai, see sights around downtown, and learn about the city's culture, history, architecture, and local life from a private guide. Lunch is included.

Explore beautiful Suzhou and the famous water village Tongli in this private day trip from Shanghai. Accompanied by your profession private guide, and visit the top attractions based on your interests in Suzhou such as Humble Administrator's Garden, historical Pingjiang Road and etc.. In addition, visit Tuisi Garden (Retreat & Reflection Garden) and enjoy a relaxing boat ride in Tongli water village.

Enjoy a full day excursion to one of the best-preserved ancient water town Nanxun, located in Huzhou city Zhejiang province. With about 750 years history, this town boasts both the traditional ancient residences as well as the unique western style buildings from few centuries ago. Explore different charming attractions in the town to appreciate its culture, history and custom with your local guide. Upgrade the tour with a delightful local lunch and relaxing gondola ride along the ancient canal. Exclusive private tour ensures a more flexible and personal experience.

Zhujiajiao water town is more than just a scenic place. Various kinds of tasty local food are cooked here everyday from extremely fresh vegetables, hairy crab, shrimps, handmade noodles, dumplings to all kinds of rice wine. Follow your personal gourmet guide's step, to taste the local delicacies and also to learn the food culture behind during this half day tour. In addition, enjoy a gondola ride to see the view of Zhujiajiao from the water. Opportunity to upgrade your tour with either foot or body massage at time of booking.

Enjoy a relaxing day in Zhujiajjiao ancient water village with your private guide who knows all the hidden gems , take a boat riding, visit a private garden owned by local. Enjoy tea drinking at riverside tea house.